Ilha das Flores
Itineraries and Points of Interest

Explore the Biosphere Reserves and contribute to the sustainability of the planet

Visiting Biosphere Reserves contributes to preserving the environment and supporting local communities

Taste the local products, explore the territories, get to know the communities, walk the trails, discover nature and the richness of the cultural heritage.


See the importance that tourism has for the local economy and the well-being of communities and its impact on nature conservation.


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Museums
PI_RB Boquilobo_Fundação José Saramago
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Moinhos de Vento do Corvo
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RB da Ilha Graciosa - Furna do Enxofre
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Poço da Ribeira do Ferreiro
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RB Gerês
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Forte de S. João Baptista
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Floresta da Laurissilva
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Máscaras de Caretos
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Abetarda
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RB da Ilha do Porto Santo
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Paul do Boquilobo BR

Getting to know Saramago in Azinhaga

The José Saramago Foundation, Azinhaga branch, is in an old primary school where visitors can find the bed where José Saramago’s grandparents slept, and which he mentions in his Nobel Prize speech.

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Corvo Island BR

Visit the Miradouro Moinhos do Corvo

The Miradouro Moinhos do Corvo (Corvo Mills) is a viewpoint located at the Corvo Island Aerogare, in the municipality of Corvo, gives us a spectacular view of the sea. This is the best place to observe the ocean stretching towards the horizon.

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Graciosa Island BR

Descending into the Furna do Enxofre

Access to Furna do Enxofre (sulphur cave) is via a 200-meter tunnel through the entire crater. Don’t worry about the number of steps, it will be worth the effort.

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Flores Island BR

Visit the Poço da Ribeira do Ferreiro

Considered by many to be a paradise and a must-see on the island, the highlight of this incredible well is the cliff from which the waters of the various waterfalls flow, as well as the intense vegetation that completes this Azorean wonder.

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Gerês/Xurés Transboundary BR

Discover the Espigueiros do Soajo

The Espigueiros do Soajo are made up of a group of 24 granaries made entirely of stone and with vertical slits, assembled randomly at the top of the cliff, adapting to its unevenness and preferably with the rear top facing SO.

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Berlengas BR

Climb to the Fort of St. John the Baptist

The fort is located in one of the coves on the southeast side of the island on an islet connected to Berlenga by a masonry bridge. It was built using limestone stonework and other architectural elements from the old Monastery of Misericórdia, on the islets of the Muxinga cove.

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Santana BR

Exploring the Laurissilva Forest

Classified as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site, the Laurissilva Forest is a relic of the vegetation that preceded the settlement of the island.

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Meseta Ibérica Transboundary BR

Play with the Caretos de Podence

Ancestral faces, Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Discover them!

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Fajãs de São Jorge BR

Tasting São Jorge cheese

Classified as a hard or semi-hard mature cheese with a clean, slightly spicy flavor and a strong aroma, São Jorge cheese is an internationally known and appreciated product.

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Tejo/Tajo Transboundary BR

Navigating the International Tagus

Enjoy nature and biodiversity along the Tagus with a boat trip on the river.

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Castro Verde BR

Birdwatching in Castro Verde

Birdwatching is a growing activity in the region and is a form of sustainable tourism that is compatible with the natural heritage and can promote the municipality as a tourist destination of choice.

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Porto Santo Island BR

Diving in Porto Santo

Porto Santo is a small island paradise: fine golden sand, turquoise water and a particularly diverse marine fauna. For this reason, diving in Porto Santo offers all the necessary conditions for one of the richest experiences in the world.

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Portuguese Biosphere Reserves offer a unique approach to tourism, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in inspiring biodiverse environments, while exploring cultural and historical richness.


Reserves serve as windows to the authenticity of the country, where nature and culture harmoniously merge.


Exploring Biosphere Reserves, allows travellers to deeply connect with nature, observe unique plant and animal species in their natural habitats, and witness the ecological processes that sustain these special ecosystems.


Interacting with local communities provides insight into rural life and traditions that have shaped these regions over time.


Tourism in Biosphere Reserves offers a special, immersive experience.


Visitors can engage in sustainable activities, hiking trails, birdwatching, ecological exploration, and interactions with local artisans. The Reserves’ uniqueness lies in their ability to offer a range of experiences, from relaxing natural landscapes to lively traditional festivals. Local cuisine, cultural festivals, and typical architecture enhance this comprehensive and enriching experience.


Tourism in Portugal’s Biosphere Reserves goes beyond mere sightseeing; it’s an opportunity to embark on an inspiring and culturally enriching journey in harmony with local nature and culture.


By choosing to explore these unique places, visitors create lasting memories and contribute to the conservation and appreciation of these natural and cultural treasures for future generations.


Get to know the portuguese Biosphere Reserves, one by one.


Museums

Visit the museums in the Biosphere Reserves, which house unique collections in spaces of great diversity and architectural richness, crystallising collective memory, preserving and sharing the cultural and historical heritage and cultural practices of the communities living in these territories.

Gastronomy

Gastronomy is a genuine expression of local identity, combining characteristic products and the practices of the communities that grow them. It enshrines the link between traditions, flavours and narratives, telling the unique story of each region in a unique way. Discover the local products and the most characteristic recipes of each Reserve.

Handicrafts

Local handicrafts are the living expression of a community's culture and history, a handmade treasure that carries with it the essence and authenticity of a place. Discover the main local handicraft products in the Reserves.

Trails

The Reserves offer a wide variety of walking trails, allowing you to experience breathtaking landscapes up close and encounter the nature and biodiversity that give these places their special character.

Feasts and events

Local feasts and celebrations are an expression of a community's identity and experiences, moments when traditions intertwine with the celebration of life, passing on cultural heritage from generation to generation.

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Boquilobo

Paul do Boquilobo Reserve

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Corvo Island Reserve

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Graciosa

Graciosa Island Reserve

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Flores Island Reserve

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Gerês/Xurés Reserve

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Meseta Ibérica Reserve

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Fajãs de São Jorge Island Reserve

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Tejo / Tajo Internacional Reserve

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Castro Verde Reserve

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Porto Santo Island Reserve

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